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Adapting & Enduring

Philadelphia Legal Assistance (PLA) enforces and protects the rights of individuals and families by providing accessible, creative, and high-quality legal assistance, and working collaboratively for systemic change.

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A Letter From Our Executive Director

In November 2024, PLA’s Board of Directors chose me to lead Philadelphia Legal Assistance as its Executive Director. To say that I am beyond honored to serve in this role is an understatement.

8361 clients served in 2024
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Available Where the Help is Needed

Our Medical Legal Community Partnership (MLCP) helps address socio-legal needs, such as medical insurance, housing stability, and income support to improve lives in neighborhoods around Philadelphia. 

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Keeping People in Their Homes

The Consumer Housing Unit strives to prevent foreclosures and evictions for low-income homeowners, combat predatory lending practices, and assist families in preserving their homes’ integrity.

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Protecting Survivors

Focused on assisting survivors of domestic and sexual violence, the Family Law Unit (FLU) helps individuals leave abusive relationships and build independent lives. The unit provides legal support in the areas of Protection From Abuse orders, custody

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Keeping People Financially Stable

The Unemployment Compensation Unit (UC) offers critical support to workers facing financial instability by guiding them through complex public benefits systems.

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Navigating Income Tax Complications

The Taxpayer Support Clinic aids individuals struggling with federal tax issues, including disputes with the IRS, worker misclassification, and other income tax-related challenges.

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Small But Mighty

Our General Intake Unit supports people with legal issues outside of our established priority areas by coming up with creative solutions, preparing cases to be received by PLA attorneys, or referring clients to services outside our scope.

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In the Field With Farmworkers

Serving farmworkers across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Farmworker Project (PFP) advocates for workplace safety, including safety from sexual harassment, fair wages, and adequate health standards.

Financials 2024: $10,495,418 Revenue $9,847,520 Expenses
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Board of Directors

With clear purpose and strong resolve, we’re proud to stand alongside our clients and supporters as we use every resource available to work together toward a more just Philadelphia.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our funders, donors, staff, volunteers, and community partners for your unwavering dedication to our mission. Your are the reason we can provide our community high-quality civil legal assistance.

We are truly grateful for you.

 

 

Read the full report here.